Wattle Fellowship 2026
University of Melbourne
Quick Facts
A word from Eli, founder of Rise Africa Scholars
MSc Information Security — Unicaf Scholar
While you wait for a fully funded opportunity, don’t put your education on hold. I completed my MSc through Unicaf — studying online from Nairobi while working full-time. The tuition discount made it genuinely affordable, and the degree is from an accredited UK university.
If you’re serious about advancing your career now, I’d encourage you to explore it. I only recommend what I’ve used myself.
About This Scholarship
The Wattle Fellowship is a fully funded sustainability leadership program for current university students at University of Melbourne and La Trobe University, offering comprehensive development opportunities, project funding, and mentorship. The program provides up to $2,000 in project funding, personalized coaching, workshops, retreats, and recognition while supporting students in addressing real-world sustainability challenges.
What This Scholarship Covers
- Full tuition and participation costs covered
- Up to $2,000 project funding for sustainability action projects
- Access to workshops and retreats
- Personalized coaching and leadership development planning
- Academic recognition on transcript
- Lifelong network of changemakers
- Equity grants for students facing financial barriers
- Travel support for regional students
Who Can Apply
- 1 Be a current student (undergraduate, postgraduate, or PhD) at University of Melbourne or La Trobe University
- 2 Be in good academic standing (no minimum WAM required)
- 3 Be enrolled at the start of the fellowship (may graduate during the program)
- 4 Be either a domestic or international student, part-time or full-time
- 5 Be physically present in Victoria, Australia when the program begins
- 6 Be able to actively participate in in-person workshops and retreats
- 7 Not have already graduated at the time of application